September 18th marks the beginning of a time of celebration in Chile. Every year, thousands of Chileans take to the streets to salute the national holidays (Fiestas Patrias) or “the eighteen” (dieciocho) as it is also known.

It is a celebration to commemorate the beginning of Chile’s independence.

Just over a year ago, Stephanie and her family relocated to beautiful and diverse Chile. This marks her 4th continental move; she has lived throughout her native United States, Japan, and Italy. (This international experience has led to quite a few travel opportunities! A selection can be viewed on the website). Her residential studio is located in Las Condes, complete with full hair-and-makeup services and wardrobe styling.

Animals are our favorite models to have in the studio! Stephanie has a cat and a dog and they’re always the best subjects. Her living room is filled with photos of Hailey, her beloved shetland sheepmonster and she’s in all their family portraits.

The day after International Photographic Competition (IPC) is always my favorite Social Media day of the year. I love sharing in my friends’ excitement as they (we) share this year’s achievements, accolades, new degrees, sob stories, sorrow-79’s, and Loans during/after the biggest competition of the year. My Facebook feed is stuffed full of my photographer family’s outstanding achievements this year.

The event featured food trucks, an organic market, local services in Las Condes and Lo Barnechea and a raffle to benefit the school’s financial aid program. Relaxing massages provided from Sala Ananta, a free trial to experience EMS Revolution, and lots of sweet goodies being sold by the students to benefit the fundraiser.

Have you seen our very first studio magazine yet? Fully digital and easy to navigate – it must be 2017!

The magazine, “Contemporary Portraiture”, was created by Stephanie Millner herself. Not only is she a talented photographer but also a graphic designer with an eye for detail and a drive for excellence – and it shows.

I met Natalie a few weeks ago during her fantastic glamour shoot (clearly, she’s used to modeling!) and knew she’d be a great addition to the studio when she allowed me to tape huge pieces of tissue paper directly to her to make a high fashion dress.